Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party chieftain, Peter Obi, has expressed grave concern over the alarming wave of kidnappings and killings ravaging the country. In a heartfelt post on his X handle on Thursday, Obi described the situation as a dangerous wind sweeping across all sectors of the nation, leaving no one unaffected.
According to Obi, the rise in violent crimes has created widespread apprehension in Nigeria, with critical workers in various sectors such as agriculture, health, and education becoming frequent targets. He cited recent cases, including the killing of the Manager of College of Nursing Sciences, Ihiala, and the abduction of two Reverend Sisters in Anambra, one a school principal and the other a teacher.
“This is exemplified by the constant kidnapping and, sometimes, killing of our farmers, teachers, and lecturers in schools and universities across the country. These are individuals who are contributing immensely to our nation’s development through their sacrifices in farms, schools, and health facilities, particularly in remote villages,” Obi wrote.
Obi emphasized that the unrelenting heat of insecurity is taking a toll on every aspect of national life. Farmers are being driven out of their farmlands, while educators and health workers are being kidnapped or killed, further destabilizing the already struggling sectors. He lamented the untold suffering of countless Nigerians whose cases of kidnapping and killings often go unreported.
Calling for urgent action, Obi appealed to the government to deploy all available security resources to combat the menace and ensure the safe rescue of those in captivity. He also made a passionate plea to those perpetuating the violence to reconsider their actions, warning of the devastating consequences of terror and violence on the nation’s unity and development.
“This worrisome situation continues to demand urgent attention from all the leaders in the country. We must not burn down our only nation with terror and violence,” he concluded.
Obi’s remarks have added to the growing calls for decisive action against insecurity as Nigerians continue to grapple with the rising wave of fear and uncertainty.
